Now, normally for such a theme, I would do some faux stitching, or maybe a stitched corner detail, but I decided that this was the incentive I required to finally get our the sewing machine that my mam very kindly lent me....ahem.....about 2 years ago!! (Incidentally, I also hemmed a pair of trousers that day!!) Now, I need a lot more practice to get the spacing correct for the zigzag stitching, but I was quite happy for a first attempt!
I lightly glued the edges of my scrap strips (from last challenge's handbag card), stitched them into place, then wove a length of red ribbon through it. The charm and bow have also been stitched in to place as I don't trust glue to hold these items! And a sprinkling of glamour dust around the sentiment and some Sizziz vines/ punched flowers to finish.
I'm really looking forward to seeing your card / scrap / jewellery / cross-stitch / embroidery / whatever creations for this challenge and we have a fab prize too! A £10 voucher for One Stop Card and Crafts.
Hi sweetie gorgeous card I love the colours & your stitching looks fab.
ReplyDeleteLotsa hugs Vicky xxx
This is so striking - I love your stitching, it's so much part of the design, not just a way of holding everything together. (Does that make sense?!) The woven red ribbon is a fab touch, too!
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Great card! Love the color combo and the stitching looks great!
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Carrie
I love the way you've used up your scraps to make a great card. Great stitching too. xx
ReplyDeleteGorgeous card! The red and black is really striking :-) Love 'n' hugs, Mel xx
ReplyDeleteWhat an elegant card, love black/white/red!
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Khristen
Susie, this is lovely. I adore all the different black and white papers and the patchwork effect you have created.
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